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Welcome to Oakridge International School!

Welcome to Oakridge International School! We are young, passionate and vision-driven educators who desires to make a better world, a better PHILIPPINES through education. We believe in transforming our world, our country, our societies, our communities – one child, one family at a time. Believing in the strength of families, we are dedicated in empowering families for the future of our society and of our country. Furthermore, Oakridge International School is the only school in this region to implement Common Core Curriculum of US Ministry of Education, the only testing center for PSAT and SAT in the province. We have also pioneered in training our students to be young leaders of today who we believe will become movers and shapers of our society in the future through our annual Leadership Camps, Wednesday Leadership class and our mentoring system. For 11 years, we have been teaching Local History and culture to our young students – making sure that each one of them have a great foundation as a Filipino and as a citizen of the world. Believing in a world without prejudices, Oakridge International School also caters to all children from all backgrounds- having a strong ESL (English as a Second Language) program for minimal to zero English speakers, INCLUSION program for special needs children and students who desire to study foreign languages (Mandarin).

Should you wish to know more about Oakridge, please do not hesitate to email us at [email protected] or send us SMS via 09173111591 or 09175037100. Again, welcome to Oakridge International School!

Government Recognition No. PE 006 s. 2011 73139

Government Recognition No. E-023 s. 2013

Government Recognition No. SE-015 s. 2014

Isaiah 61:3 (AMP)

“To grant to those who mourn in Zion – to give them an ornament of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, the garment of praise instead of a heavy, burdened and failing spirit – that they may be called oaks of righteousness the planting of the Lord that He (God) may be glorified”

Oakridge International School of Young Leaders is an educational institution that envisions a community of learners who are making a difference in the country and in the world by being:

• God honoring
• Globally competent
• Great contributors to society

• To be an unparalleled leader in high quality international education in the Philippines and in the world by designing and implementing transformative methods and techniques in teaching and learning that are embraced and replicated everywhere.

Oakridge International School Core Values on Biblical Worldview and IB PYP.

AT Oakridge International School. we believe that our core values are fundamental to achieving our mission and vision. Our Values are aligned with a biblical worldview and International Baccalaureate PYP Program and guide our actions, decisions and interactions with other:

The goals of Oakridge International School education are:

1. Developing Inquiring, knowledgeable and caring leaders: Oakridge International School aims for foster a love for learning in students and nurture their curiosity and critical thinking skills. Through the IB curriculum, students are encouraged to be knowledgeable in various subjects while also developing empathy and compassion towards others.
2. Cultivating Glocal-mindedness: Oakridge International School

a. Promotes an international (global) outlook and encourages students to appreciate diverse cultures, perspectives and worldviews. The IB curriculum emphasizes global engagement and encourages students to become responsible global citizens who are aware of global issues and strive to make a positive impact on the world.

b. Nurturing ethical leaders: OIS instills in students a strong sense of INTEGRITY, MORALITY and SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY. Students are encouraged to reflect on biblical and ethical dilemmas and make principled decisions based on biblical values and moral reasoning.

Encouraging Balanced Development: OIS recognizes the importance of a holistic approach to education that promotes the development of students’ intellectual, emotional, physical and social well-being. The IB Curriculum emphasizes a balanced education that encourages students to participante in a wide range of activities including organizations, arts, sports and community service to foster their overall personal development.

3. Fostering Effective Communication and Collaboration : OIS emphasizes the development of effective communication and collaboration skills in students, teachers and parents. Through IB, students are encouraged to express themselves confidently , listen actively and work collaboratively with others preparing them to thrive in diverse professional and social environments.

4. Cultivating RESPECT for Faith and Spirituality: OIS recognizes the importance of faith and spirituality in the lives of students and families. We promote an inclusive environment that respects diverse religious beliefs.

5. Promoting Environmental Stewardship: OIS emphasizes the importance of environmental sustainability and encourages students to be responsible stewards of the environment. Through IB, students are encouraged to develop an understanding of environmental issues and take actions to protect and preserve the environment for future generations.

6. Instilling Growth Mindset: OIS promotes a growth mindset in students, encouraging them to embrace challenges, persevere through obstacles and learn from failures. Through the IB Curriculum, students are ecnoruaged to develop a positive attitude towards learning, embrace lifelong learning and strive for continuous personal and academic growth.

OIS seeks to provide an education that is rooted in Biblical worldview and the principles of the IB Program. Our core values reflect our commitment to these two important aspect of our educational mission:

1. Faith
2. Knowledge
3. Critical Thinking
4. Communication
5. Character
6. Global Citizenship
7. Service
8. Innovation